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1 to 2 of 2 Research Studies DisplayedLipton BJ, Finlayson TL
AHRQ Author: Decker SL
The association between Medicaid adult dental coverage and children's oral health.
This study examined the association of Medicaid adult dental coverage and children’s oral health as Medicaid-eligible children are more likely to experience tooth decay than children in higher-income families. Data from the 1996-2016 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey and the 2003, 2007, and 2011-12 waves of the National Survey of Children’s Health was used. Adult dental coverage was associated with a 5-percentage-point reduction in the prevalence of untreated caries among children after Medicaid-enrolled adults had access to dental coverage for at least one year. Children under twelve years of age were the most affected.
AHRQ-authored.
Citation: Lipton BJ, Finlayson TL .
The association between Medicaid adult dental coverage and children's oral health.
Health Aff 2021 Nov;40(11):1731-39. doi: 10.1377/hlthaff.2021.01135..
Keywords: Children/Adolescents, Dental and Oral Health, Medicaid, Health Insurance, Access to Care
Anderson VR, Ouyang F, Tu W
Medicaid coverage and continuity for juvenile justice-involved youth.
This retrospective cohort study examined Medicaid coverage and continuity for youth with varying levels of justice system involvement and the impact of a policy change allowing Medicaid suspension, rather than termination. The study highlighted the importance of maximizing opportunities to keep youth enrolled, as gaps in coverage likely affect juveniles' access to physical, mental, and behavioral health care.
AHRQ-funded; HS022681.
Citation: Anderson VR, Ouyang F, Tu W .
Medicaid coverage and continuity for juvenile justice-involved youth.
J Correct Health Care 2019 Jan;25(1):45-54. doi: 10.1177/1078345818820043..
Keywords: Access to Care, Children/Adolescents, Medicaid, Policy, Vulnerable Populations